Tuttle Travel Pack Hong Kong

by Ostheimer, Simon

• ISBN13: 9780804842143
• ISBN10: 0804842140
• Edition: Map
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2013-01-10
• Publisher: Tuttle Pub

Summary

Sail bustling Hong Kong harbor in an antique junk, take in the spectacular views from Victoria Peak, and visit the Bruce Lee monument on Hong Kong cinema's very own Walk of Fame. Then ride the cable car up to see the giant Buddha, sample tasty Cantonese dim sum in Causeway Bay, and party the night away in chic, hip Lan Kwai Fong. Tuttle Pocket Guide Hong Kongoffers you the very best of Hong Kong. It presents all the top sights and attractions, selected for a wide range of budgets and interests. Easy-to-use and easy-to-carry, it is packed with valuable information, handy lists, maps, photographs, and tips on how to make the most of your stayso you can spend your time enjoying your visit and not just reading about it. Author Simon Ostheimer lays out his top picks in three simple chapters: Hong Kong's Best Sightshighlights 21 must-see sights and essential experiences: from the world's biggest light and sound show in Victoria Harbor to a traditional fishing village on stilts; and from shopping on Temple Street to the horse races at spectacular Happy Valley or an eco-tour to see the famous pink dolphins. Exploring Hong Kongtakes you to top attractions in every part of Central Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and the Outer Islands as well as to Macau and the Chinese mainland. Author's Recommendationsgives specific details on: excellent hotels and nightspots; the best shopping; the best kid-friendly activities; the best museums and galleries; and the best hikes and nature walks.

Author Biography

Simon Ostheimer grew up in colonial Hong Kong as the son of a British civil servant and has always felt more at home in Asia than anywhere else—exploring the streets of Saigon, wandering through the museums of Singapore, playing on the beaches of Boracay, and eating char kway teow at the food stalls of Penang during family holidays. This probably explains why, after an abortive attempt at life in the U.K., he later became an Asia-roaming editor and writer, spending several years working at magazines in China (Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong) before trying Kuala Lumpur and then Bangkok. When he is not island-hopping across the region, his greatest passion is trying new Asian street food—he feels that the multicultural mix of people found across the continent makes for the most enjoyable cuisines in the world.

Table of Contents

Author's Introduction

Hong Kong Overview

Hong Kong History

How to Use This Book

Hong Kong's Best (Top 21 'Don't Miss' Places/Things To Do)

Exploring Hong Kong

Author's Picks

Practicalities

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